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Pilatus – the World’s Steepest Cogwheel Train.
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An ascent today is just as thrilling: for example, on the classic "golden round trip", beginning with a boat ride from Lucerne across the lake to Alpnachstad. From here, the steepest cog railway in the world (maximum gradient 48 %) climbs to Pilatus Kulm (2,132m) and the romantic Hotel Pilatus-Kulm, built in 1890, with its sun terrace and panoramic views of the Alps. The descent – down the other side of the mountain, to Kriens – is equally spectacular, by cable car and panoramic gondola.
Close to Lucerne, and easily reached by public transport, Mt Pilatus (2,132m) has remained a much-loved destination for young and old alike. 2 cable cars, 2 hotels, 7 restaurants, the steepest cogwheel railway in the world and the largest rope park in Central Switzerland promise a day out to remember!
"Golden Round Trip"
A long and unforgettable day trip (May-Oct). Take the steamer from Lucerne to Alpnachstad, then the steepest cogwheel railway in the world up MtPilatus. Admire the views and enjoy a fine meal before taking the panoramic cable car down to Kriens, Lucerne.
Mountain of adventure
An natural outdoor paradise for hiking and families with trails for all abilities. The largest rope park in Central Switzerland (on the Fräkmüntegg, at 1,416m). Guaranteed fun and adventure for fans of the outdoors, families, schools, companies and clubs.
A long and unforgettable day trip (May-Oct). Take the steamer from Lucerne to Alpnachstad, then the steepest cogwheel railway in the world up MtPilatus. Admire the views and enjoy a fine meal before taking the panoramic cable car down to Kriens, Lucerne.
Mountain of adventure
An natural outdoor paradise for hiking and families with trails for all abilities. The largest rope park in Central Switzerland (on the Fräkmüntegg, at 1,416m). Guaranteed fun and adventure for fans of the outdoors, families, schools, companies and clubs.
Access:
Two trains ride up Mt. Pilatus: From Alpnachstad and from Kriens. By train or car from Lucerne and Brünig Pass, and by ship from Lucerne to Alpnachstad. By municipal bus from the Lucerne train station to Krienz or by car.
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Contact Information
- PILATUS-BAHNEN, Hotels Bellevue & Pilatus-Kulm
Schlossweg 1
6010 Kriens/Luzern
Tel. +41 (0)41 329 12 12
Fax +41 (0)41 329 12 13
hotels@pilatus.ch
www.pilatus.ch